2006 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Volvo S60 (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Corsa | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |
